CHD1380 - Facilitating the Development of Young Children

3 hours Lecture, 3 credit(s)

Lower-Division College Credit

AA Elective: No

Academic Dean’s Contact Information

LAKELAND DEAN’S OFFICE: LLC 2255 PHONE: (863) 297-1024
WINTER HAVEN DEAN’S OFFICE: WSC 101 PHONE: (863) 297-1020

Course Description:
This course prepares the student to organize and sustain young children in a developmentally appropriate learning environment. The student explores topics and activities related to scope and sequence, themes, physical environment (indoors and outdoors), routines, transitions, behavioral management, social skills, art, science, math, language arts, literacy, dramatic play, music and movement, working with families, and professional development.

Polk State College Mission and Program Outcomes

Polk State College, a quality-driven institution serving Polk County and beyond, transforms students’ lives through the power of teaching and lifelong learning by providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degree programs, career certificates, and workforce employment programs, delivered through various modalities and innovative technologies by diverse, qualified faculty and staff. In line with this purpose, Polk State’s Associate in Science and baccalaureate degree programs develop competence in various career-related skills. This course focuses on the development of competencies related to the following program outcomes:

3. Plan a developmentally and culturally appropriate program curriculum inclusive of activities that facilitate the principles and processes of child development to enhance the whole child.

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student is able to:

Identify the teacher’s role in facilitating the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and creative needs of young children.
Apply appropriate principles and techniques for adult interaction with young children.
Analyze facilities, activities, rituals, and needs for the purpose of establishing developmentally enriching environments for young children.
Identify and select developmentally suitable and age-appropriate materials to enrich and extend learning.
Interpret specific behaviors of young children through focused observation.
Predict behavioral outcomes to determine appropriate management strategies.
Determine the appropriate action(s) needed to promote optimal development in young children, including literal and interpretive abilities within critical-listening and critical-thinking skills.
Provide developmentally appropriate strategies for conflict resolution, self-regulation, and social interaction.

Course Content:
Class Dates                        Readings-Homework                  Class Topics
1.                                       T-Chap 1, 2, 3 Peacemaking Introduction, Scope, Sequence, Active Learning, DAP, and Themes
2.                                       T-Chap 6, 7                                   Physical Environment and Visual
                                                                                              Cues in the Classroom
3.                                       T-Chap 5, 13                                 Daily Routine, Schedule, Transitions;
                                                                                              Assign Environment Text
4.                                       Complete PMS & H/O S.S. Behavior Management
5.                                       T-Chap 8, 9 Teaching Social Skills
                                                                                              Peace Education
6.                                       T-Chap 10 Personal Care; Outdoor Play Experiences
7.                                       T-Chap 11 Art
8.                                       H/O Cooking Science and Math
9.                                       T-Chap 12 Cooking and Food Experiences
10.                                     H/O Dramatic Play Language Arts; Literacy in the Classroom
11.                                     H/O Music and Movement Dramatic Play
12.                                     T-Chap 4 Music and Movement
13.                                     T-Chap 14 Working with Families
14.                                     T-Chap 15 Professional Development
                                                                                               Environment Text Due
15.                                     Review Readings Review Resource File; Final Exam Due

Lesson Activities, Assignments, and Portfolio Components:
Appropriate handwriting for all lesson activities is expected.
1.   Choose and make a symbol, make a group folder, divide into groups, assign themes
2.   Create and present five strengths that make children successful; Brain Research
3.   Teacher-made Book - Scaffolding Behavior, Personal Needs; Assign Environment Text
4.   Pictorial schedule, Transition Activity (Handouts)
5.   Social Skills Lesson - Visual Aide, Study Guide, Peacemaking Book
6.   Personal Care Activity (Handouts), Outdoor Play Activity (Handouts)
7.   Art Activity and Sample (Handouts)
8.   Science and Math Activity Sample (Handouts)
9.   Food Experience, Recipe, Picture Cards or Chart (Theme Related)
10.   Interactive Charts or Book (Handouts) (Theme Related)
11.   Dramatic Play - Prop. Box (Handouts) (Theme Related)
12.   Music or Movement Activity (Handouts); Musical Instrument (Theme Related)
13.   Family or New Child Activity (Handouts), Environment Text Due
14.   Professional Development and Resource File Completion; Prepare for Final Exam
15.   In-Class Final Due (No assignment)

Textbook and Other Requirements

Textbook information is provided in the course syllabus, at the campus bookstore, on the campus bookstore website (www.polk.bncollege.com), or via the “Shop Textbooks” button on the PASSPORT schedule of classes.

College-Level Communication and Computation Skills

State Rule 6A-10.030 does not apply to this course.

Student Help

The professor is available for help during posted hours, and the student is encouraged to seek assistance whenever it is needed. To further the educational process, the Learning Resources Centers, comprised of the campus Teaching/Learning and Computing Centers (TLCCs), JD Alexander (JDA) Student Success Center, and campus libraries, are available for student use. Each resource provides qualified staff and up-to-date equipment and facilities to promote academic success. The TLCCs and JDA Student Success Center provide tutoring services, computing resources, and other instructional support. The library provides information resources, individual and group study space, research assistance, information literacy instruction, and computing resources. Each facility provides free wireless access to the Internet. The Polk State College Library, Student Success Center, and TLCC hours of operation and tutoring schedules are posted at each facility and on the College’s website.

Withdrawing From a Course

A student may officially withdraw from a course during any given term, provided he or she follows the appropriate policy and procedure. Following the conclusion of the Drop Period, a student may officially withdraw from any course without receiving a grade, provided this is done before the published withdrawal deadline. The published deadline reflects approximately (but no more than) 70% of the term, based upon the course’s scheduled duration. It is the student’s responsibility to submit these withdrawal forms; failure to do so may result in a grade of F in the course. Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. A student is not allowed to withdraw from a third course attempt. Limited-admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding course withdrawal that vary from this policy; these guidelines are listed in each specific program’s handbook.

If a student stops attending class, the grade earned (usually an F) is assigned and posted. Prior to withdrawing from a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, course withdrawal may have on his or her financial-aid status. A student cannot use course withdrawal to avoid academic dishonesty penalties. A student who is engaged in processes related to academic dishonesty in a course is not eligible to withdraw from the course.

Repeating a Course

Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one college-credit course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. Under certain circumstances, a student may petition to repeat a credit course beyond the third attempt. Limited-admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding course repeats that vary from this policy; these guidelines are listed in each specific program’s handbook. The student should be aware that repeating a course may result in a higher course cost. A course cannot be repeated unless the previously earned grade is a D, F, or W (the Polk State College Catalog provides further details regarding this process). Prior to repeating a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, repeating the course may have on his or her financial-aid status.

Academic Dishonesty

The student is responsible for his or her work. It is assumed that each student is honest and abides by this standard; however, in the event that there is an indication or suspicion of cheating or plagiarism, the situation is dealt with in accordance with the published College policy. Copies of this policy are available in the Student Services Office. More specific information regarding academic dishonesty can be found in the instructor’s Course Syllabus.

Information Technology Access/Use Policy

The information technology resources provided by Polk State College (including, but not limited to, telephones, computers, the Polk State Local Area and Wide Area Networks, and the Internet) must be used for academic purposes only. Use of these resources is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate use can result in revocation or suspension of this privilege.

Equal Access/Opportunity

Polk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy in its programs, activities, or employment.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Valparisa Baker
Director of the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (Title IX Coordinator)
999 Avenue H NE
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Office: WAD 227
Telephone: (863) 292-3602
e-mail: vbaker@polk.edu

Equal Opportunity For Students With Disabilities

The College complies with The Americans with Disabilities Act and provides equal educational opportunity for qualified individuals. A student with a disability who requires special accommodations or auxiliary aids under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Coordinator or Director of Disability Services.

Note: Limited-admission programs may have performance restrictions that apply. Restrictions (where applicable) are outlined in each program’s student handbook.

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